Last updated: 18th July 2025
This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit or make a purchase from our website www.2sqn.be (the “Site”), which is managed by 2nd Squadron – Belgian Air Force, in connection with the sale of promotional items and merchandise related to the squadron.
1. Data Controller
The data controller is:
Lieutenant d’Aviation Aloïs VAN BAEL
Route Charlemagne 191 – 5620 Florennes
info@2sqn.be
2. What Personal Data We Collect
When you visit or use our Site, we may collect the following personal data:
- Name and surname
- Shipping and billing address
- Email address
- Phone number
- Payment information (via third-party secure payment providers)
- IP address, browser type, and usage data (via cookies or analytics tools)
We do not collect sensitive data (e.g., health, biometric, religious beliefs) unless explicitly required and consented.
3. Legal Basis for Processing
We collect and process your data on the following legal bases under the GDPR:
- Performance of a contract (Article 6.1.b): to fulfill your order and provide customer service
- Consent (Article 6.1.a): for sending newsletters or marketing communications
- Legal obligation (Article 6.1.c): for accounting and tax purposes
- Legitimate interest (Article 6.1.f): to improve our services and prevent fraud
4. How We Use Your Data
We use your personal data for purposes such as:
- Processing orders and payments
- Delivering products
- Sending order confirmations and updates
- Providing customer support
- Sending optional promotional emails (only if you’ve opted in)
- Analyzing website performance (via cookies/analytics)
5. Data Sharing
We only share your personal data with third parties when necessary, such as:
- Payment providers (e.g., Stripe, PayPal)
- Delivery services (e.g., bpost, DHL)
- IT and hosting providers
- Accountants or legal advisors (for compliance)
We never sell your data to third parties.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal data:
- For as long as necessary to fulfill your order and legal obligations
- For up to 7 years for accounting/tax compliance
- For marketing communications, until you unsubscribe
7. Your Rights
As a data subject under the GDPR, you have the right to:
- Access your data
- Correct or update inaccurate data
- Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)
- Object to processing for direct marketing
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Request data portability
- Lodge a complaint with the Belgian Data Protection Authority (Autorité de protection des données): https://www.dataprotectionauthority.be
You can exercise your rights by contacting us at info@2sqn.be.
8. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies to enhance user experience and analyze traffic. By using the Site, you consent to our use of cookies unless you disable them in your browser.
9. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to secure your data, including HTTPS encryption, access controls, and secure hosting environments.
10. Minors
Our site is not intended for individuals under the age of 18 without parental consent.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a new “Last updated” date. We encourage you to review it regularly.
12. Contact Us
For any questions or requests about this Privacy Policy, contact:
Lieutenant d’Aviation Aloïs VAN BAEL
Email: info@2sqn.be
